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3 Mar 2026
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Description
I am a very friendly 64 year old lady named Nicki. I live part time at Teoka bay on Banks peninsula Canterbury. It's a remote place 1.5 hours drive from Christchurch I have 6 acres of land with a beautiful old cottage. Our land is neighbors to a large farm that the CCC have bought as a reserve. My son Tom and young family live there full time in tiny houses. They have two girls under 5 years old. There's a great surf beach 2 minutes drive from my cottage. A babbling river with lovely peaceful gardens and birdsong. Plus walking tracks and sea fishing and diving.
I also have a Spa and swimming pool.
There's two spare rooms in my cottage. Plus grounds for camping vehicles.
We have pure spring water for drinking.
My son speaks Portuguese. His partner is German. I myself speak English. Prefer Good English speakers. But not essential.
I am Looking forward to hosting you on our slice of paradise. It's a great escape from city life. A place to recharge.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Help with Eco Projects
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Interests
Pets
Fashion or beauty
Events & social
Plant care
Music
Gardening
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Architecture
Art & design
Water sports
Outdoor activities
Nature
Hiking
Beach
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
They will learn about native trees for future regeneration.
Projects involving children
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Help
I need help in gardening pruning planting weed wacking. Some building experience helpful as small deck needs building . Cleaning cottage weather boards. Would love to host friendly people whom enjoy conservation. Must be motivated and fit. I provide meals and accommodation for help. I have one friendly border collie dog .This work is not for a wage.
But exchange for accommodation breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Portuguese: Intermediate
Accommodation
I have 2 spare rooms in my cottage.
Or welcome to bring your self contained camper. I can provide food. Or you can bring your own. I have a house you can cook in and a BBQ. Negotiating hours based on whether I provide and cook food. Nearest shop is an hours return.
I have electric power points if you need to plug in a camper. But no caravan port. There is some wifi by my son's tiny house for checking your emails etc.
No cell coverage otherwise. A 15 minute drive to get coverage.
What else ...
Surfing and swimming. Fishing diving
Walking mountain biking. Relaxing.
I love music and have good sounds.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Space for parking camper vans
As there is no public transport to Te oka bay it's best if you have your own vehicle to get there. I usually don't have room in my car with a dog and food plus my gear to take people over. There is a shuttle to Akaroa. You would disembark at Little River where I can pick you up from. But prefer the first option of own transport.
Can possibly accept pets
A friendly dog
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
My animals / pets
Elvis
Elvis
Friendly border collie
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Valuable help. The three of them were obviously well raised and responsible young men. Even left us a Thank-you card. Nice touch. I thankyou all and… read more
And I enjoyed sharing his culture and music. Good luck on your continued travels and thanks heaps.
The time there… read more
We really enjoyed learning about his culture of Basque. Would have him back in a heartbeat. Was great fun times.
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Valuable help. The three of them were obviously well raised and responsible young men. Even left us a Thank-you card. Nice touch. I thankyou all and… read more
And I enjoyed sharing his culture and music. Good luck on your continued travels and thanks heaps.
The time there… read more
We really enjoyed learning about his culture of Basque. Would have him back in a heartbeat. Was great fun times.
